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Computers & Technology
Are you looking for exceptional
instruction in computers? Do you seek Information Technology training
that will be in demand not just today, but in the future? If so, you’ve
come to the right place.
Recognized as one of NYC’s most technology-driven community colleges,
LaGuardia teaches students how to get the most out of technology.
If you’ve had limited or no experience with computers, don’t worry.
You’ll be introduced to them in an encouraging, supportive way via ePortfolio and your everyday coursework (even if you never take a
computer class).
The Computer Information Systems department offers a comprehensive range
of classes, including challenging, advanced level computer courses. (As
a LaGuardia student, you can also
take a course at another CUNY college
if we don’t offer it.)
NSF Scholarships
LaGuardia strongly encourages eligible computer majors to apply for
National Science Foundation (NSF) scholarships. LaGuardia has been
awarded a prestigious grant to support these scholarships for students
who are pursuing Associate Degrees in computer science, engineering,
mathematics & related fields.
Students can receive scholarships for up to $3,125 per year, depending
upon their need and amount of funds available.
To be eligible, a student must:
- be a United States citizen, or an alien admitted as a refugee, or a
legal permanent resident;
- be enrolled full-time in a computer science, engineering or math
major.
- demonstrate academic potential. LaGuardia freshmen who have never
attended another college should have earned a B (or higher) grade point
average in high school. Current LaGuardia students must have a 2.75
college GPA and at least 9 credits earned at LaGuardia.
- demonstrate financial need and be eligible for Federal financial aid.
For more information, visit the Student Financial Services website.
Transfer
Computers careers may require, at minimum, a Bachelor’s degree.
LaGuardia graduates who
have planned their program carefully can often
transfer to a 4-year college as juniors. Colleges that you’re
considering for transfer may have different requirements, so you should
meet regularly with a LaGuardia academic advisor and
Transfer Services,
starting as early as possible.
Computer Careers: The Hot List
Technology will play an increasingly important role in society over the
years to come – in terms of business, career, community and other
aspects of everyday life. Therefore, more people will need to use and
feel comfortable with it.
So, it’s not surprising that the number of technology jobs in New York
City is expected to increase more than 20% between 2002 and 2012. And
this doesn’t include anticipated job growth in other industries that
require extensive knowledge of computers.
Many of New York City's hot computer careers are listed here. We
encourage you to research additional careers.
Careers listed in bold usually require at least a Bachelor’s degree.
1 The first number in the salary range represents the average
of the bottom 1/3 of NYC wages in the occupation. The second number
represents the average of the top 2/3 of NYC wages in the occupation.
Source:
New York State Department of Labor: Workforce New York as of June
28, 2005
2 Students should transfer and earn a Bachelor’s degree in
Management Information Systems (or a related major).
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